Nutrition Services

What are Nutrition Services?

Nutrition Services focus on helping children develop healthy eating habits and address any dietary needs or concerns. This includes addressing challenges such as picky eating, food allergies, growth concerns, and other nutrition-related issues. Our goal is to support each child’s overall health and well-being through proper nutrition.

How Do Nutrition Services Help?

• Developing Healthy Eating Habits: We provide guidance and strategies to help children develop a balanced and nutritious diet, setting the foundation for lifelong health.
• Addressing Nutritional Concerns: Our dietitians work to address specific concerns, such as food allergies, sensitivities, picky eating, and growth issues, creating individualized plans to meet each child’s needs.
• Supporting Growth and Development: Proper nutrition is crucial for a child’s physical and cognitive development. We ensure that children receive the essential nutrients they need to support their growth.
• Involving Families: We believe that family involvement is key to success. We offer guidance and resources for parents and caregivers to support their child’s nutritional health at home.
• Services in Familiar Settings: We provide nutrition counseling in natural environments, such as your home or daycare, allowing children to learn about healthy eating in settings where they feel comfortable and secure.

What to Expect in Nutrition Services

• Getting to Know Your Child: Our process begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand your child’s unique nutritional needs, eating habits, and any health concerns. We’ll discuss your observations and concerns to gather important information.
• Implementing Goals: Our Dietitians will implement the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) that has been developed in collaboration with you and your service coordinator. This plan includes specific activities and strategies to help your child meet their nutritional goals.
• Engaging Activities: During sessions, we use fun and interactive activities to encourage your child to explore new foods and develop healthy eating habits. We celebrate their achievements and progress along the way!

Why Choose Us?

• Experienced Team: Our registered dietitians are trained to work with young children and are passionate about helping families establish healthy eating patterns.
• Individualized Approach: We tailor our nutrition guidance to fit your child’s unique needs, preferences, and any dietary restrictions, making sessions enjoyable and relevant.
• Family-Centered Care: We believe in teamwork! Your involvement is essential, and we provide resources and support to help you be an active participant in your child’s nutritional journey.

Other Resources

• For Kids
• Benefits of Healthy Eating for Children
• Good Nutrition Starts Early
• Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
• Welcome to Pennsylvania WIC
• PA SNAP
• Our Other Services